Josh Pelland

Josh Pelland, strength coach and researcher who applies exercise science to programming, and Zac Robinson, evidence-based hypertrophy researcher and coach, discuss muscle growth limits, genetic ceilings, and the role of calorie surplus. They explore aging and lifelong training, creatine’s short vs long effects, and how fatigue, recovery, and training choices shape long-term hypertrophy.

Experts discuss the dose-response relationship between resistance training volume and muscle hypertrophy. They explore skepticism about the validity of volume studies, practical applications, and findings on cell swelling. Anecdotal evidence conflicts with study results. The chapter highlights muscle gains expectations, set recommendations, and recovery capacity. The discussion emphasizes the need for further research on optimal training volume for maximizing muscle growth.

Josh Pelland, a PhD candidate at Florida Atlantic University and coach for Data Driven, discusses his recent meta-analysis on resistance training volume and its impact on hypertrophy and strength. He highlights that while higher volumes can lead to significant muscle gains, there are nuances like individual training experience and diminishing returns. Practical insights on tailoring workout volume, periodization, and avoiding overtraining are shared. Audience questions further explore strategies for optimizing training programs based on the latest research.

In this discussion, Josh Pelland, a PhD candidate and muscle re-sensitization expert, dives into the intriguing world of muscle growth and adaptation. He reveals why muscles may plateau over time and emphasizes the significance of training variation. Pelland shares research-backed strategies and practical tips to prevent burnout. The conversation also highlights the balance between training volume and recovery while exploring psychological aspects of training. This episode offers valuable insights for coaches and athletes alike aiming to enhance their strength training.

Josh Pelland is on the show, he is pursuing his PhD under Mike Zourdos & is the co-owner of Data Driven Strength.We dig into his background before diving into the topic of advanced training techniques. What are they? And what does Josh think might be one that isn’t commonly used but could be the holy grail of gains? Find out today.Timestamps:00:00 Intro03:12 Who is Josh and what does he train for?07:44 What got Josh into doing his PhD in exercise science?14:56 How much time is being spent on research and coaching17:20 What was the most surprising part about doing research?23:10 Advanced training techniques28:23 Special device33:59 Effective Reps??38:22 Longer vs. shorter rest period46:10 Many ways to induce stimulus50:16 How much intensity technique is appropriate?57:31 The concept around hard sets01:03:24 Benefits of intensity techniques01:08:37 Biofeedback signalshttps://www.instagram.com/josh.datadrivenstrength/https://www.instagram.com/datadrivenstrength/https://www.youtube.com/@datadrivenstrengthThanks, please comment, like and subscribe!COACHING: https://revivestronger.com/online-coaching/WEBSITE: https://www.revivestronger.com/MINI CUT MOVEMENT: https://revivestronger.com/mini-cut-movement/DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/WtDsYWAAgTMEMBERSITE: https://revivestronger.com/team-revive-stronger/SHOP: https://www.revivestronger.com/shopFACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/revivestrongerINSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/revivestrongerNEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/2rRONG5__________________________________________________________________Supplements:https://cnpprofessional.co.uk - STEVE15 for 15% off__________________________________________________________________If you want to support us via a donation, that's highly appreciated!Patreon• https://www.patreon.com/revivestrongerDon't like Patreon, go to Paypal!• https://bit.ly/2XZloJ4__________________________________________________________________Our Ebooks!Ultimate Guide To Contest Prep Ebook:• https://revivestronger.com/product/the-ultimate-guide-to-contest-prep/Primer Phase Ebook:• https://revivestronger.com/product/the-primer-phase/__________________________________________________________________Stay up to date with the latest research and educate yourself!MASS (Research Review):• https://goo.gl/c7FSJDJPS Mentorship• https://jpseducation.mykajabi.com/a/13324/esJ8AZwyMuscle & Strength Pyramids• https://goo.gl/S8s6tG__________________________________________________________________When you're interested in online coaching, please go visit our website and follow the application form:https://www.revivestronger.com/online-coaching/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices